Barolo Nebbiolo

Quite dense crimson in colour with a tawny rim. Balsamic notes with cherry and a leathery note. Unusual production technique for Barolo using French Barriques for oak maturation. An excellent red but not particularly Barolo, although the oak has largely integrated after 15 years. One of the 1001 Wines. I have Delectable notes of this Cuvée from the 2008 vintage.

Deep Ruby in colour - impenetrable at the core, with a tawny rim developing. The classic tar and roses - also orange peel, earth and a note of menthol. Medium plus body and intensity on the palate with those same aromatics coming through on the palate - finishing with typical dry tannins. An excellent Barolo drinking well right now. Could go on for several more years. See previous note on August 2021.

Dried cherries. Brooding. Coffee grounds. Licorice. Earthy minerality. Cinnamon. Compost. Mint

Ruby red with a tawny rim. Aromas of menthol, mint, black and red fruits with a touch of licorice and tar. Similar notes on the medium to full bodied palate. Finishes with chalky, fine, drying tannins. This producer was one of the early adopters of using small French oak Barriques. This influence was noticeable 4 years ago in my first Delectable note on this wine but now it has all come together and in balance. Looking forward to trying the 3rd one in 2 or 3 years time.

Second day. Still aggressive tannins... but nice flavors

Lighter, easier drinking. Delicious.

It doesn't feel right. Huge tannin structure but not much else going on. Completely closed nose with a hint of savory earth and leather. Will revisit

Mid Crimson. Notes of cherry savouriness with a slight tar influence. Tastes more New World than old world with the use of French Barriques and ripe fruit. Finishes as always with dry tannins. A modern rendition of Barolo.

2007 Piedmont are drinking so well right now. Crazy good with Japanese Wagyu

Violet's roses and black cherries.. Lots off wood tannin and more...